A cello (Violoncello) is a string musical instrument. It utilizes four strings at varying pitches, tuned into perfect fifths. The cello is known as the voice of the orchestra, and typically provides a lower octave or harmony to the violins. The violas play in the same octave, frequently mirroring melodies or sub-melodies from the cellos and violins.

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  front and side view on a cello
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  cello with important parts labeled in German

Closeups

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  Cello closeup
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  Cello closeup
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  Cello closeup
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  Cello closeup

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  Cello with mute
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  Mute applied on bridge
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  Wolf tone eliminator and mute

Cello Bows

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  cello bow
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  cello bow
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  Handling of a cello bow

Cello in Art

See also: Category:Cellos in art

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  Modigliani - Cello player

Audio

• Audio sample of the four cello strings (C-G-D-A)^ⓘ